(A) After the hearing on the application for a special use permit, the Zoning Board of Appeals shall render its decision after considering the following factors.
(1) Whether the proposed design, location and manner of operation of the proposed special use will adequately protect the public health, safety and welfare, and the physical environment;
(2) Whether the proposed special use is consistent with the city’s Comprehensive Plan;
(3) Whether the proposed special use design is adequately compatible with adjacent land uses;
(4) The effect the proposed special use would have on the value of neighboring properties and on the city’s overall tax base;
(5) The effect the proposed special use would have on public utilities and on traffic routes and nearby streets; and
(6) Whether there are any facilities near the proposed special use (e.g. schools, hospitals, etc.) that require special protection or consideration.
(B) Copies of the decision shall be mailed by first class mail to the applicant and to all parties who appeared at the hearing and requested copies of the decision.
(Ord. O-2014-06, passed 8-11-14; Am. Ord. O-2015-02, passed 5-11-15)